Question 1

What does one mean by Government security?

Accepted Answer

Government bonds/ security (G-Sec) means a security created and issued by the Central and State Governments for the purpose of raising a public loan or mainly for capital expenditure, financing a budget deficit, or infrastructure development as notified by the Government in the Official Gazette.

Government securities offer the benefits of safety, liquidity, and attractive returns to institutional or non-institutional investors, individuals, and non-individuals.

G-Secs are available to invest usually in a range from 91 days to 40 years.

Question 2

Are Government bonds good investment?

Accepted Answer

Government Securities (G-Secs) are highly secure debt instruments backed by the sovereign guarantee of the Government of India, making them practically free of default risk.

Why it matters

Issued by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on behalf of the government, these instruments are primarily suited for capital preservation and generating predictable interest income rather than high, market-beating returns. This structural safety makes G-Secs an excellent fit for conservative, long-horizon investors planning for retirement or seeking defensive capital protection. However, while credit default risk is practically absent, their secondary market prices will still fluctuate on the exchanges with interest-rate movements, which can impact your capital if you sell before maturity.

Question 3

How to buy Government bonds through GoldenPi?

Accepted Answer

Investors can easily invest in Government bonds on GoldenPi in just two steps:
Step 1: Complete your KYC and ensure it is KRA validated.
Step 2: Place your order and transfer funds online directly to the clearing corporation’s settlement account.
Once the transaction is confirmed, the government bond units are credited to your Demat account on a T+2 settlement basis as per exchange guidelines

Question 4

Are Government bonds tax-free?

Accepted Answer

The interest earned by the G-Secs/SDLs is taxable and is taxed under the relevant tax slab of the bondholder as per the current tax norms.
Disclaimer: However request you to consult the tax consultant before investing.

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Question 5

Can NRI Invest in Government bonds?

Accepted Answer

Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) and Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) are both eligible to subscribe to government bonds in the form of new or re-issuance when the securities are issued. The NRIs can invest in G-Secs through Non PIS NRO account which is non-repatriable in nature to buy G-Secs or SDLs. You can buy or sell government bonds in the secondary market. For buying and selling assistance you can contact your relationship manager at GoldenPi.

Question 6

How to sell Government Bonds?

Accepted Answer

You can sell your Government Securities (G-Secs) on the stock exchange prior to maturity through your demat account, providing a pathway for secondary market liquidity.

How it works

On Indian stock exchanges, G-Secs are listed and tradable debt instruments. When you sell before maturity, the transaction is executed through your broker, and the sale price is determined by the prevailing market yields and interest rates rather than the bond's original face value. Once the trade is executed, settlement is completed on the exchange (typically on a T+1 basis), and the proceeds are directly credited to your linked primary bank account within the settlement period.

Question 7

What is the minimum investment in the government security bonds in 2026?

Accepted Answer

The minimum investment for Government Securities (G-Secs) on GoldenPi is typically ₹10,000 face value, which represents one unit of the underlying sovereign debt.

Example: If you purchase a G-Sec with a face value of ₹10,000, you can scale your investment higher in multiples of this same denomination. This low entry barrier contrasts with corporate bonds, which often require minimums of ₹100,000. Depending on market yields and interest rates, the actual purchase price of these sovereign instruments may trade at a premium or discount to face value.

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